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Acetaminophen
B:Tylenol, Ofirmev (injection)
C:Analgesic,antipyretic
I:Mild to moderate pain
**CI:Hepatic disease
SE:Pruritus, constipation, liver
failure
*N: MAX: 3250 mg/24 hours = 4 g/day
Acetaminophen /codeine
B:Tylenol #2, #3, #4
C:Opioid, CS III
I:Mild to moderate pain
CI:Respiratory depression
SE:Dizziness, sedated,somnolence, N/V
Acetylcysteine
**B:Anecdote
**C:Antidote
I:Acetaminophen
toxicity/overdose
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE: Pruritus, rash, vomiting
Acyclovir
B:Zovirax
C:Antiviral
**I:Acute treatment of herpes
zoster (shingles)+ Management of recurrent episodes of genital herpes
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE:Diarrhea, N/V
*N: IV administration requires pre administration of isotonic IV fluid hydration
Adapalene
B:Differin
**C:Antiacne, retinoid
I:Treatment of Acne vulgaris patient ≥12 years
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE:Dry skin, erythema
Adalimumab
**B:Humira
C:Monoclonal antibody, antirheumatic
**I:Treatment of autoimmune diseases (i.e., RA, psoriasis, AS, CD, UC, UV)
CI:none
SE:Injection site pain, rash,
headache, upper respiratory
infection, **increase CPK
*N: Stable for upto 14 days at room temperature; patient should be instructed not to take live vaccine when taking this medication - TB test
Albumin
B:Albutein, AlbuRx
C:Volume expander
I:Emergency treatment of hypovolemia with or without shock; Hypoalbuminemia; prevention of volume depletion following paracentesis due to Cirrhotic Ascites
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE: Hypovolemia, hypersensitivity
reaction; anaphylactic shock,
circulatory failure, cardiac
failure, and pulmonary
edema.
N:Impairs warfarin, dose adjust for phenytoin, valproic acid, Calcium concentration due to low albumin
Albuterol
B:ProAir HFA, Proventil HFA, Ventolin HFA
C:Beta-2 Agonist
I :Asthma
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE: Tachycardia, pharyngitis, nervousness
Albuterol/Ipratropium
**B:Combivent Respimat
C:Beta-2 Agonist/anticholinergic
I:COPD
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE:Headache, bronchitis, sinusitis, pharyngitis
Alendronate
B:Fosamax
C:Bisphosphonate
I:Treatment and prevention of osteoporosis
CI: Hypocalcemia, esophageal strictures
**SE:Esophageal irritation
*N: Instruct patients not to lie down for at least 30 minutes and until after their first food of the day.
Allopurinol
**B:Zyloprim, Aloprim
C:Xanthine oxidase inhibitor, antigout I: Hyperuricemia or gout
CI:Hypersensitivity
**SE:Pruritus, Stevens-Johnson
syndrome, rash
N: Patient who are at high risk of a severe allopurinol hypersensitivity reaction (including certain Asian group) should be screened for HLA-B5801 allel prior to use
Alprazolam
B:Xanax
**C: Anti Anxiety, benzodiazepine
I:Generalized Anxiety Disorder
(GAD), Panic Disorder (PD) CI:Hypersensitivity
**SE:Cognitive disorder, confusion, memory impairment, somnolence
*N:Beer’s Criteria: avoid use in older adults (65+)Avoid activities requiring mental alertness or coordination; avoid alcohol while taking drug. Do not use with opioids, risk of abuse, misuse and addiction is high
Alvimopan
B:Entereg
C:GI agent; opioid antagonist
I:Gastrointestinal recovery following surgeries that include partial bowel resection with primary anastomosis
CI:Opioids > 7 days use
SE:Indigestion, myocardial
infarction
Amiodarone
B:Pacerone
C:Antiarrhythmic
I:Recurrent ventricular fibrillation and recurrent hemodynamically unstable tachycardia
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE: Hypotension, bradycardia, corneal microdeposits, photosensitivity, visual disturbances
*N: Require monitoring of electrolytes, pulmonary, liver, and thyroid function test, and eye exam. Avoid use in pregnancy and breastfeeding IV infusion requires 0.22 micron filter
Amoxicillin /
clarithromycin /
lansoprazole
B:Prevpac
C:Antibiotic, gastric acid secretion inhibitor
I:H. pylori infection
CI:Hypersensitivity
**SE: Altered taste, headache, QT
prolongation
Amitriptyline
B:Elavil
**C:Tricyclic antidepressant
I:Symptomatic relief of depression CI:Hypersensitivity, MI
SE:Weight gain, constipation,
somnolence
Amlodipine
B:Norvasc
C:Calcium channel blocker
**I:Hypertension (HTN), Angina
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE:Edema, abdominal pain, nausea, fatigue
Amoxicillin
**B:Moxatag
C:Antibiotic
I:Treatment of gram positive
infections
CI:Hypersensitivity
**SE:Rash, diarrhea, N/V
Amoxicillin/clavulanate
**B:Augmentin
C:Antibiotic
I:Lower respiratory tract infection, acute otitis media, sinusitis, SSTI, UTI
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE:Rash, diarrhea, N/V
Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine
B:Adderall
C: CNS stimulant
I:ADHD
**CI:MAOI
SE:increase systolic pressure,
weight loss, insomnia, headache
Anastrozole
B:Arimidex
**C:Aromatase inhibitor,antineoplastic
I: Adjuvant treatment for breast cancer CI:Hypersensitivity
SE:Hypertension, peripheral edema, rash, diarrhea, arthralgia, depression
Andexanet alfa
**B:Andexxa
C:Antidote
**I:Reversal of anticoagulation for patients on rivaroxaban and apixaban
SE: Infusion reaction, pneumonia,
DVT, acute myocardial
infarction
Apixaban
B:Eliquis
C:Anticoagulant, Factor Xa
I: VTE DVT/PE for patients undergoing hip/knee replacement surgery
CI: Bleeding,hypersensitivity
SE: Bleeding, hemoptysis,
hematoma
Aprepitant
**B:Emend
C:Antiemetic, NK1R antagonist
**I:CINV
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE: Hypotension, abdominal pain,
diarrhea, asthenia, dizziness
Aripiprazole
**B:Abilify
C:Antipsychotic
**:Schizophrenia, Bipolar,major depressive disorder, Tourette’s disorder
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE:Weight increase, N/V, restlessness
Atenolol
B:Tenormin
**C:Beta Blocker
I:Hypertension (HTN), angina,
myocardial infarction (MI)
CI:Heart block
SE:Bradyarrhythmia,
hypotension, **depression
Atenolol /chlorthalidone
**B:Tenoretic
C:Beta blocker,
thiazide
I:HTN
CI:Anuria,hypersensitivity
SE: Orthostatic hypotension, dizziness, fatigue, depression
Atomoxetine
**B:Strattera
**C:Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor **I:ADHD
**CI:MAOI
**SE: Increased HR, abdominal pain, constipation, fatigue
Atorvastatin
**B:Lipitor
**C: HMG CoA reductase inhibitor I:Hyperlipidemia
**CI:Liver disease
SE: Arthralgia, myalgia, pain,
weakness
Azelastine
**B: Astepro
C:Antihistamine
**I:Seasonal allergic rhinitis
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE: Dermatitis, taste alteration,
headache, nosebleed
*N:
Azithromycin
B:Zithromax, Zpak
C:Antibiotic
**I: Community-Acquired (CAP) CI: Hypersensitivity
**SE:Abdominal pain, N/V, increase LFTs - Long Half-life
Bacitracin / neomycin / polymyxin B /
hydrocortisone
**B:Cortisporin
**C:Antibiotic
**I:Superficial bacterial infections **CI:Hypersensitivity
**SE:Hypersensitivity
Baclofen
**B:Lioresal
**C: Muscle relaxant
**I:Muscle spasm
**CI:Hypersensitivity
**SE: Hypotension, constipation, dizziness
Beclomethasone
**B:QVAR Redihaler
**C:Adrenal glucocorticoid
I: Asthma
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE: Headache, pharyngitis
Benazepril
B:Lotensin
C:ACE inhibitor
I: HTN
CI: Angioedema
SE: Dizziness, headache, **cough, fatigue
Benzonatate
B:Tessalon Perles
C: Antitussive
I: Symptomatic relief of cough
CI: Hypersensitivity
**SE: Visual hallucination
Benztropine
**B:Cogentin
**C:Anticholinergic
**I: Parkinson’s Disease (PD); management of extrapyramidal side effects (EPS) from antipsychotics
CI: Hypersensitivity
**SE: Tachycardia, constipation, blurred vision
Betamethasone dipropionate
**B: Diprolene Cream AF
**C: Adrenal glucocorticoid
**I: Topical therapy for dermatitis
**CI:Hypersensitivity
**SE: Dermatitis, erythema
Betamethasone / clotrimazole
**B: Lotrisone
**C:Adrenal glucocorticoid, anti infective
**I: Topical therapy for tinea pedis, tinea cruris, and tinea corporis
**SE: Burning sensation, rash, dry skin
Bevacizumab
B:Avastin
C: MAB, antineoplastic
I: Metastatic colorectal cancer; Non squamous non-small cell lung cancer; Glioblastoma; Cervical cancer; Metastatic renal cell carcinoma
SE: Hypertension, abdominal
pain, hyperglycemia,
neutropenia, hemorrhage
Bimatoprost
**B: Lumigan, Latisse
**C: Prostaglandin analog, antiglaucoma
**I: Management of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open angle
glaucoma; Treatment of eyelash growth
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Dry eyes, iris hyperpigmentation, eyelid hyperpigmentation, eyelash growth, headache, blurred vision
Bismuth / metronidazole / tetracycline
**B: Pylera
C: Antiulcer
**I: Quadruple therapy for H. pylori infection
**CI:Disulfiram, alcohol
SE: Dark stools, diarrhea, indigestion, headache
Bleomycin
**B:Blenoxane
C: Antineoplastic
**I: Squamous Cell Carcinoma; Lymphomas; Testicular Carcinoma; Malignant Pleural Effusion
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Hyperpigmentation of skin, pneumonia
Brompheniramine / pseudoephedrine /
dextromethorphan
**B: Bromfed DM
**C: Antihistamine & decongestant
**I: OTC could and cold
CI: MAOI
SE: Xerostomia, somnolence
Budesonide
**B: Pulmicort,Pulmicort Flexhaler
C:Adrenal glucocorticoid
I: Asthma
CI: Hypersensitivity
**SE: Upper respiratory tract infection, headache,
Buprenorphine
**B: Belbuca, Butrans (patch)
C:Analgesic, opioid
**I: Management of opioid dependence/addiction
CI:Severe asthma
SE: Erythema, site irritation,
constipation, diarrhea,backache
Buprenorphine / naloxone
**B:Suboxone, Zubslov (SL tab)
**C: Opioid antagonist
I: Management of opioid dependence/addiction
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE:Abdominal pain, headache, N/V
*N:X DEA ____
Bupropion
B: Wellbutrin SR, Wellbutrin XL
C:Antipsychotic
**I:Major depressive disorder (MDD); seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
CI:MAOI
SE: Tachycardia, constipation,
dizziness, headache
*N: Zyban ( Smoke )
Buspirone
**B:Buspar
**C: Anti Anxiety
**I: Anxiety disorder
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE: Dizziness, headache, nausea
Busulfan
B: Busulfex, Myleran
C: Antineoplastic
I: Chronic myeloid leukemia
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Hyperglycemia, abdominal
pain, headache, insomnia
Butoconazole
B:Gynazole-1
C:Antifungal,imidazole
I:Candidal vulvovaginitis
CI:Hypersensitivity
SE:Discomfort
Calcitonin
**B:Miacalcin
C:Calcitonin class
I: Hypercalcemia; Paget’s disease; Postmenopausal osteoporosis
CI: Salmon
SE: Flushing, nausea, injection site reaction, hypocalcemia
*N:unopened bottle in refrigerator alternating nostrils daily.
Calcitriol
B: Rocaltrol
**C: Vitamin D analog
I: Hypocalcemia secondary to hypoparathyroidism, dialysis; Plaque psoriasis; secondary hyperparathyroidism
CI: Hypercalcemia
**SE:Hypercalcemia
Canagliflozin
**B:Invokana
**C:SGLT2 Inhibitor
I:Type 2 diabetes mellitus
CL: Hypersensitivity
SE: Mycosis, polyuria
Capecitabine
**B:Xeloda
C: Antineoplastic
**I:Metastatic breast cancer;colorectal cancer
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Edema, dermatitis, abdominal
pain, cardiotoxicity
Carbidopa / levodopa
**B: Sinemet
C: Antiparkinsonian, decarboxylase inhibitor
**I: Parkinson’s disease
**CI:Glaucoma
SE: Iron decreases its absorption, nausea, confusion, headache, peripheral neuropathy
Carboplatin
B: Paraplatin, CARBOplatin Novaplus
C: Antineoplastic
**I: Ovarian cancer
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Alopecia, hypocalce
Carisoprodol
**B: Soma
C: Muscle relaxant
**I: Relief of discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Dizziness, headache, somnolence
Carmustine
B: BiCNU, Gliadel
C:Antineoplastic
I:Glioblastoma multiforme of brain; Multiple myeloma;
Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE:Constipation, depression, chest pain
Carvedilol
**B:Coreg
**C:Beta blocker and alpha 1 blocker
**I: Heart failure (HF); HTN
CI: Asthma. (why?) (Non-selective beta blockers cause bronchoconstriction by blocking beta-2 receptors in the lungs.)
SE: Hypotension, edema, dizziness
Caspofungin
B: Cancidas
C: Antifungal, echinocandin
I: Invasive aspergillosis infection; Candidemia; Febrile neutropenia, Empiric
antifungal therapy
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Hypotension, rash, diarrhea, infusion complication
Cefdinir
B: Omnicef
C: Antibiotic, cephalosporin
I:Acute otitis media; Bronchitis; Community acquired pneumonia; Pharyngitis; Sinusitis
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Diarrhea, rash, nausea
Cefuroxime
**B: Ceftin
C: Antibiotic, cephalosporin
I: Gonorrhea; Lower respiratory tract infection; Meningitis; Urinary tract infection
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Diarrhea, rash, nausea
Celecoxib
B:Celebrex
**C:COX-2 inhibitor
I: Ankylosing spondylitis; Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis; Osteoarthritis;
Rheumatoid arthritis
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Hypertension, diarrhea,
headache, myocardial
infarction
*N: Not recommended in asa allergy
Cephalexin
B: Keflex
C: Antibiotic, cephalosporin
**I: Impetigo; Skin and soft tissue
infection; Osteomyelitis;
Otitis media; Respiratory
tract infection; Urinary tract
infectious disease;
Streptococcal pharyngitis
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Diarrhea, rash, nausea
Certolizumab pegol
**B: Cimzia
C: Monoclonal antibody, TNF
inhibitor
I: Ankylosing spondylitis; Moderate to severe Crohn’s disease; moderate to severe plaque psoriasis; moderate to severe RA
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Arthralgia, UTI, upper respiratory infection
Cetirizine
B:Zyrtec
C:Antihistamine
I:Seasonal allergy; itching; urticaria
CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Xerostomia, headache,somnolence
Cetuximab
B:Erbitux
C: Monoclonal Antibody, antineoplastic
I: KRAS wild-type, EGFR expressing metastatic colorectal cancer; Squamous cell carcinoma
SE: Dry skin, acneiform rash,
constipation, neutropenia
Chlorpheniramine /
hydrocodone
B:TussiCaps
C:Antitussive ?
I: Cough, Associated with
allergies or a common cold CI: Hypersensitivity
SE: Tachycardia, constipation,
N/V, hypotension
Chlorthalidone
B:Thalitone
C:Diuretic
**I:Edema; HTN
CI: Anuria, hypersensitivity
SE: Hyperuricemia, acute renal
failure